Whilst Tor access works sometimes I wanted to ensure when I connect via VPN to my home network I can also access services.
I have a Fritz Box where I have configured mydns with my provider and I am using Wireguard VPN.
That said within the Wireguard Client I have added the DNS Server entry “local”
Furthermore I have a pi hole in my network which operates as my DNS Server and there I have configured conditional forwarding for my IP, also Pi hole offers the ability to enter a Domain Name optional where I have also entered local
Last but not least I have then added all DNS names from Start9 ending with .local into my Local DNS value on my pi hole all pointing to the same IP and it worked.
I first started with the Start9 hostname to confirm its working and then I just added the once I require access to like Mutiny or other services.
I m new here and not so good in computers, I have purchased Start9 and installed it n a mac OS, using DuckDuckgo as a Browser. I use a FritzBox as a router as well.
I have a HideMYAss VPN and I noticed that wehn its active Start OS doesent connect to internet.
Do you have any suggestion how can this be solved?
You’re very welcome here! It sounds like you’re having an issue where StartOS doesn’t connect to the internet when your HideMyAss VPN is active. First, I’d recommend switching to Firefox instead of DuckDuckGo Browser, as DuckDuckGo hasn’t been as well-tested with StartOS. Additionally, some VPNs, like HideMyAss, can have issues with mDNS aliases, so I suggest checking your VPN settings for options like “Local Network Sharing” or “Allow LAN Connections.” This might help StartOS communicate properly on your network. Let me know if you need further assistance!
I dont see such option in the settings of HideMyAss so I willl ask the support. If that is not possible I might change to the Proton VPN , since it has the option of local network sharing.
How can I switch to Firefox from DuckDuckgo. Right now I m downloading bitcoin core and it may take some days. Do I have to start the installation process from the beginning or is there a direct way to switch to firefox?
Hi there! You can install and use any browser on your client device, like Firefox, without affecting your StartOS server. The browser is simply a tool to interact with your server, and switching browsers doesn’t require restarting or reinstalling anything on StartOS. If you’re downloading Bitcoin Core right now, that process will continue independently of your browser choice. You can download Firefox from its official website, install it, and start using it immediately to access StartOS. Let me know if you need more guidance!
thanks for the advice . I succeeded in connecting to Internet using Hide My Ass, I had to deactivate a function called „Kill Switch“ and it works perfect now. Another question I have is whether Start9 one can be connected to the router remotely via wifi without the Ethernet. When i ckick on Wifi Settings i get the notification „Wifi error no wifi interface available“
If your referring to the Server One from Start9, it does not have wifi capability. It is not recommended to connect your server via wifi. You will have much more stable experience if you connect your server directly to your router via an ethernet cable. Wifi may be deprecated completely in the future.